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HOW TO BECOME A TEACHER
IN TEXAS
The State of Texas is
facing a major educational challenge—a
growing shortage of qualified teachers. Whether
you are a recent college graduate, a mid-career
changer, a teacher from another state/country,
or someone who does not yet have a college
degree, the information below outlines how
to become a teacher in Texas.
What are the basic
requirements for becoming a teacher in Texas?
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You must have a bachelor's degree from an
accredited college or university. Texas
institutions do not offer a degree in education.
Every teacher must have an academic major,
as well as teacher training courses. The
only exemption from the degree requirement
is for individuals seeking Career and Technology
certification to teach certain courses,
such as welding or computer-aided drafting.
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You
must complete teacher training through an
approved program. These programs are offered
through colleges and universities, school
districts, regional service centers, community
colleges, and other entities.
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You
must successfully complete the appropriate
teacher certification tests for the subject
and grade level you wish to teach. For a
list of the certification tests and information
on which tests are required, click
here.
How do you choose the
teacher training program that is best for
you?
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Programs
for those who do not yet have a college
degree. Colleges and universities offer
programs for training teachers. You will
receive a degree in an academic major, as
well as the training you would need to be
an effective teacher. For a list of colleges
and universities that offer teacher training
as part of an undergraduate degree program,
click here.
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Programs
for those who already have a college degree
(post- baccalaureate programs). These programs,
which include accelerated routes into teaching,
offer training on how to be an effective
teacher, as well as additional courses you
might need in the subject area you wish
to teach. Many of these programs can be
completed in a year, during which time you
may have a paid teaching position in a public
school classroom. For a list of these programs,
click
here.
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